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Old 03-26-2004, 07:10 PM
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In what way though Steve?
ok instead of a 90 degree movement you have say 10 turns with the gate valve. so that give you a finer amount of adjustment.

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I think I paid about $5 more for the gate than a ball was worth, and the gate gives more precise control over output adjustment. This controls the water height inside the skimmer. In the big scheme of things, the additinal cost was llittle more than a scarlet hermit + tax.
whered you get your gate valve brad if you don't mind me asking
is it an inch and a half by any chance?
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Old 03-27-2004, 05:58 AM
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I reccomend the gate valves too. After using both I prefer the minute adjustments.
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Old 03-27-2004, 06:04 AM
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Jesse, I got it locally at a place called Van Isle water services. It is 1-1/2"
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